Download or read book You Selfish Bastard written by Arthur Wilson and published by Ozark Mountain Publishing. This book was released on 2023-05-03 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You Selfish Bastard? Are you? Or do you know one? There may be more to this question than meets the eye… What started out as an innocent search to this seemingly simple question, D. Arthur was led down a very interesting rabbit hole. It would seem that to answer one question, it raises many more. What does it mean to be selfish? When does self-care become self-ish? And “WHO” is Self anyway? A humorous and light-hearted book hitting hard at truths about ourselves, our relationships and ultimately, our deep inner calling towards something greater than ourselves.
Download or read book Reawakening the Dragon written by Jessie Donovan and published by Jessie Donovan. This book was released on 2015-09-17 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: STONEFIRE DRAGONS #5 Tired of reporting the news but never investigating, Jane Hartley is determined to expose the truth of the Carlisle dragon hunters. While meeting with one of her sources, she spots the tall, blond dragonman she first saw three months ago back on Stonefire. When the dragonman warns her off, Jane becomes more determined than ever to find the truth before he does. With most of the threats to his clan under control, Kai Sutherland wants to find a way to take down the Carlisle hunters for good. In the beginning of his investigation, he sees the human female his dragon wants. Putting aside his own needs, he tries to scare her away to focus on the hunters, but the female refuses to go. As they work together to discover the hunters’ secrets, the attraction between them threatens the investigation. Kai never expected to find his second chance, yet as the danger amps up, can he find a way to have her while still protecting his clan? 74,000 words / HEA, No Cliffhanger
Download or read book Existentialist Ethics written by William Leon McBride and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 1997 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of essays and reviews represents the most significant and comprehensive writing on Shakespeare's A Comedy of Errors. Miola's edited work also features a comprehensive critical history, coupled with a full bibliography and photographs of major productions of the play from around the world. In the collection, there are five previously unpublished essays. The topics covered in these new essays are women in the play, the play's debt to contemporary theater, its critical and performance histories in Germany and Japan, the metrical variety of the play, and the distinctly modern perspective on the play as containing dark and disturbing elements. To compliment these new essays, the collection features significant scholarship and commentary on The Comedy of Errors that is published in obscure and difficulty accessible journals, newspapers, and other sources. This collection brings together these essays for the first time.
Download or read book Born of Legend written by Sherrilyn Kenyon and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2016-06-21 with total page 737 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “It’s official Take a Psycho to Work Day. Why else would I be here?” Hunted. Hated. Betrayed. Outcast Dagger Ixur is on the run for his life. As one of the most recognizable members of his royal house, he has a bounty on his head that guarantees him no quarter from any friend or even family. But surrender isn’t in him. He will fight to the bitter end. A resolve that is sorely tested when he narrowly escapes a trap that leaves him severely wounded. With what he believes is his dying breath, he saves a boy born to an extinct race from a group out to enslave the kid for his legendary abilities. Ushara Altaan has spent her entire life hating the Andarion royal house that drove her entire species into virtual extinction. As a rare Andarion Fyreblood, she is sworn to end the existence of any royal she finds. But when Dagger saves her son’s life, she is torn between her people and a debt that can never be repaid. Yet worse than Dagger’s family that’s still out to end hers and him, are the League assassins after him who will stop at nothing to claim the lives of her Tavali family. The only hope she has to save them all is to put their future and her faith into the hands of the very enemy whose grandmother personally extinguished Ushara’s legendary lineage. But how can she ever trust Dagger when he is a disinherited outlaw whose real name is synonymous with betrayal?
Download or read book The Runaway Heiress written by Meg Tilly and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-07-27 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “You'll stay up long past your bedtime to finish this fast-paced thrill ride where a couple runs up against the dark side of human nature and an enemy who will stop at nothing to get what he wants.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Christine Feehan A brave woman on the run from her vindictive husband faces a dangerous path in the thrilling new romantic suspense novel from Oscar-nominated actress Meg Tilly. Sarah Rainsford has been on the run for more than three years. She's changed identities yet again in hopes of throwing her violent estranged husband, a police lieutenant, off her trail. Since she's still legally married to him, and he is willing to bend any laws to get his hands on her inheritance, he'll stop at nothing to locate her. With a new name and fake ID papers, she lands a job as a personal assistant to none other than Hollywood's golden boy director Mick Talford. He's a difficult client but she senses hidden depths to him. Once Mick and Sarah combine forces in a desperate attempt to keep Sarah out of harm's way, they build a strong bond . . . but with danger trailing them, is it enough to keep them both alive?
Download or read book Writing the Politics of Difference written by Hugh J. Silverman and published by SUNY Press. This book was released on 1991-01-01 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book addresses various phases of continental philosophy, both in the context of its multiple traditions and in relation to the alternatives that mark the understanding of its present and future. Divided into two parts, the authors first focus on the diversity of traditions in continental philosophy in connection with the texts of Hegel, Marx, Kierkegaard, Sartre, and De Beauvoir. Second, they explore the reality of social, political, sexual, and philosophical differences, in connection with the writings of Merleau-Ponty, Arendt, Habermas, Heidegger, Foucault, Irigaray, Kristeva, Derrida, and Vattimo. They also stress the various theoretical foundations that manifest these differences. Issues surrounding the role of philosophical systems, language, ethical choice, relations with others, the gendered body, socialization, and the status of philosophy today constitute the fabric of this book. The authors place these ideas in the context of current thought and current debates in continental philosophy and evaluate their significance for the future.
Download or read book Second Sight written by Jake Buchan and published by Mereo Books, mereobook, mereobooks. This book was released on 2017-05-08 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a prominent but unpopular theatre critic is found murdered at his desk in a peculiarly grotesque fashion, John Steadman, the blind former detective, hardly knows where to start his investigation. But then an elderly spinster meets a similarly bizarre fate, and soon an amateur sculptor dies in an equally peculiar way. What links the three murders, and why would the victims be desecrated in such a peculiar manner? And who is out to harm Steadman and his devoted new guide dog? An intriguing new crime thriller from Jake Buchan, author of Blind Pursuit, the first John Steadman mystery.ÿ
Download or read book Lochguard Highland Dragons Collection Volume One Books 1 3 written by Jessie Donovan and published by Mythical Lake Press, LLC. This book was released on 2022-04-11 with total page 618 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection features books #1-3 in the bestselling Lochguard Highland Dragons series. Below are the stories included: THE DRAGON'S DILEMMA In order to pay for her father’s life-saving cancer treatment, Holly Anderson offers herself up as a sacrifice and sells the vial of dragon’s blood. In return, she will try to bear a Scottish dragon-shifter a child. While the dragonman assigned to her is kind, Holly can’t stop looking at his twin brother. It’s going to take everything she has to sleep with her assigned dragonman. If she breaks the sacrifice contract and follows her heart, she’ll go to jail and not be able to take care of her father. Even though he’s not ready to settle down, Fraser MacKenzie supports his twin brother’s choice to take a female sacrifice to help repopulate the clan. Yet as Fraser gets to know the lass, his dragon starts demanding something he can’t have—his brother’s sacrifice. Holly and Fraser fight the pull between them, but one nearly stolen kiss will change everything. Will they risk breaking the law and betraying Fraser’s twin? Or, will they find a way out of the sacrifice contract and live their own happily ever after? THE DRAGON GUARDIAN Gina MacDonald may be pregnant and on the run, but she will do anything to protect her unborn child—even go up against a dragon-shifter. While hiding in the wilds of the Scottish Highlands, she soon notices the black dragon perched on the nearby hills. She debates if he is related to her past or not, but then a pain overcomes her and the dragon finally swoops down to help. Despite her determination to stay clear of all dragon-shifter males, his touch not only helps ease her tension, it sets her skin on fire. Fergus MacKenzie protects his clan by collecting information and warning them of threats. When a redheaded American shows up out of the blue along a nearby lake, he watches her to find out more. However, when he sees her bend over in pain, he flies down to help her. Afterward, he should walk away. But he can’t stop thinking about her green eyes and addictive touch. Both man and beast want her more than anything in their lives. As Fergus learns more of Gina’s past, he knows she will bring danger to his clan. Torn between protecting his family and following his heart, will Gina and Fergus be able to find a happy ending? Or, will danger force Fergus to choose between love and clan? THE DRAGON'S HEART Lorna MacKenzie lost her mate nearly thirty years ago. Dedicating her life to her children, she brushed off the thought of ever finding love again. After all, Jamie MacKenzie had been her true mate. Who could ever replace him? Ross Anderson came to Lochguard to be near his daughter and fight his cancer. Over the last six months, he's become close to one particular dragonwoman. However, he doesn't want to pursue her as a dying man. But now that his cancer is gone, Ross is determined to win Lorna's heart. As the pair fight their growing attraction to one another, the only question is will Lorna open up to Ross or forever hold on to the memory of her first love? NOTE: This collection contains two full-length books and one novella. These stories are exactly the same ones you can purchase individually.
Download or read book Clearing the Way written by Irene Stretten and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2005-12 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clearing the Way is a love story between two senior citizens who meet by chance and their lives are enriched by a mutual passion for the creative process. Lyle, a widower and retired building contractor, buys an old home near Anita, a widow who has painted and sculpted for years and turned to writing after the death of her husband. Together they build a rewarding relationship while he is restoring his home. With struggles and growth experiences, their offspring also learn to find new and rewarding purposes to their lives. Anita's son, Joel, convinces his brothers that they were wrong in trying to dissuade him from being a standup comedian. Each of the characters learns to clear the way for a happier life. "Irene Stretten's Clearing the Way is a refreshing look at love after fifty. Stretten has woven a tale of hope and renewal. We believe in the characters as they each find a new joy in life, and we are richer for knowing them."-Margo LaGattuta, poet, essaying, author of Embracing the Fall
Download or read book Desolate written by A. R. Wile and published by A. R. Wile. This book was released on 2022-07-01 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I’d finally had enough, but he refused to let go. The man I fell in love with was handsome and charming, a man who turned my stomach into a cage of butterflies just at the sight of him. He was the type of man who made me weak in the knees, vulnerable to his whispered words. Someone who made me feel wanted and needed—placed me on a pedestal in the centre of his world. He wasn’t someone so lost inside his jealousy and anger that he could hit or control me. No. That was the man I was going to marry. I just didn’t know it then. I hadn’t wanted to see the signs. He said he loved me. And I believe he had. It’s why it was so easy for him to convince me he’d never do it again. I gave him too many chances, too many opportunities to prove himself wrong. He was the very man neither one of us wanted him to be. So, I wasn’t surprised when he took another dangerous misstep—one that threw me over an edge I couldn’t come back from. Though I didn’t expect he’d follow. And even less, race me to the bottom. ___________ PLEASE NOTE: This book contains sensitive subject matter. If you are affected by triggers or have experienced serious trauma, it may not be for you. Not recommended for persons under 18 years of age. ____________ Desolate is the second book in a three-book series of companion novels for the Broken series. Each book can be read as a standalone, though if you plan to read the Broken series, it would be best to read Fractured after the trilogy. Read the whole DAMAGED series: The Broken Series (1-3): Tragically Broken, Deeply Broken, Beautifully Broken Companion Novels (4-6): Fractured, Desolate, Scorned
Download or read book Cupid in Love written by Holley Trent and published by Holley Trent. This book was released on 2020-12-31 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Charles Edison has spent most of his hundred-plus years as an incubus darkening souls. As a son of notorious fallen angel Gulielmus, he’s never known true affection…which is stunning with him being descended from a love god on his mother’s side. Now that his brother has tumbled head-over-heels in love with a human woman, Charles wants the same for himself. He wants to belong to someone. Lucky for him, the Fates conspire to right old wrongs, but Charles discovers the woman destined for him is one he absolutely should not want. Marion Wilder’s family has been on the supernatural Most Wanted List for twenty-five years because of their part in causing the demise of a high-ranking demon. Gulielmus would capture her if he had the chance. Strangely, human Marion is immune to the harmful effects of Charles’ touch. She’s the chance at having a normal life and a real family he never thought he’d have, and he would give up anything to keep her. Including his father’s favor. ___ An earlier version of this novel was published in 2014 by Crimson Romance as A DEMON IN LOVE. CUPID IN LOVE is a substantially expanded work: same plot, but more to love!
Download or read book One Night with the Forbidden Princess written by Amanda Cinelli and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2019-01-01 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hot Mediterranean seduction... ...of his virgin princess! Hired to secure a palace, the last thing billionaire bodyguard Roman Lazarov expects to find is a princess scaling the castle walls! Facing an arranged marriage, runaway Princess Olivia pleads with him to allow her just one week of freedom. Reluctantly he agrees, but secluded on his private Spanish island, Roman realizes his mistake—his attraction to Olivia is forbidden, but also explosively undeniable! A forbidden romance with a royal twist
Download or read book Barrymore s Ghost written by Jason Miller and published by Dramatists Play Service Inc. This book was released on 1997 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE STORY: BARRYMORE'S GHOST opens up the life of the legendary actor John Barrymore in a unique, theatrical manner. Mr. John Barrymore, or Jack Barrymore or Jake Barrymore, is presented as a ghost haunting an unknown theatre which, at the moment,
Download or read book The Dragon s Dilemma A Scottish Dragon Shifter Romance Lochguard Highland Dragons 1 written by Jessie Donovan and published by Jessie Donovan. This book was released on 2015-10-15 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of the USA Today bestselling Stonefire Dragons series comes a new series centering on the dragon-shifters of the Scottish Highlands. Full of humor, alpha personalities, and a new threat, Clan Lochguard is waiting for you... BOOK ONE In order to pay for her father’s life-saving cancer treatment, Holly Anderson offers herself up as a sacrifice and sells the vial of dragon’s blood. In return, she will try to bear a Scottish dragon-shifter a child. While the dragonman assigned to her is kind, Holly can’t stop looking at his twin brother. It’s going to take everything she has to sleep with her assigned dragonman. If she breaks the sacrifice contract and follows her heart, she’ll go to jail and not be able to take care of her father. Even though he’s not ready to settle down, Fraser MacKenzie supports his twin brother’s choice to take a female sacrifice to help repopulate the clan. Yet as Fraser gets to know the lass, his dragon starts demanding something he can’t have—his brother’s sacrifice. Holly and Fraser fight the pull between them, but one stolen kiss will change everything. Will they risk breaking the law and betraying Fraser’s twin? Or, will they find a way out of the sacrifice contract and live their own happily ever after? =====Keywords: dragon shifter romance, dragon romance, paranormal romance, Scottish alpha hero, strong heroine, humor, action, Scotland, coming of age, Stonefire Dragons, Lochguard Highland Dragons
Download or read book Harlequin Presents January 2019 Box Set 1 of 2 written by Kate Hewitt and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2019-01-01 with total page 686 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harlequin® Presents brings you a collection of four new titles! This Presents box set includes: THE SECRET KEPT FROM THE ITALIAN Secret Heirs of Billionaires By Kate Hewitt Rejected after one mind-blowing night, Maisie kept her pregnancy a secret. Now, Antonio’s determined to claim his daughter. But their connection reminds Maisie that she still has to protect her heart — because billionaires don’t wed waitresses…do they? CLAIMED FOR THE BILLIONAIRE’S CONVENIENCE By Melanie Milburne When headlines mistakenly announce Holly’s engagement to Zack, she’s stunned. Yet Zack seems determined to turn this scandal, and their red-hot attraction, to their mutual advantage… THE TYCOON’S SHOCK HEIR By Bella Frances Restoring his family’s legacy is all that’s important to Matteo. Yet when Ruby confesses she’s pregnant, Matteo demands his child. But with the heat still burning between them, can Matteo ignore his desire for Ruby too? ONE NIGHT WITH THE FORBIDDEN PRINCESS Monteverre Marriages By Amanda Cinelli Facing an arranged marriage, runaway Princess Olivia pleads with billionaire bodyguard Roman to allow her just one week of freedom. But secluded on his private island, their forbidden attraction is explosively undeniable! Be sure to collect Harlequin® Presents’ January 2019 Box Set 2 of 2! Join HarlequinMyRewards.com to earn FREE books and more. Earn points for all your Harlequin purchases from wherever you shop.
Download or read book Breaking the Alpha s Chains written by Diana J. Vargas and published by Diana J. Vargas. This book was released on 2024-06-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "So here I lay here in the cold, mentally shattered, physically broken, bleeding out and waiting for the sweet silence and darkness of death to come finally take its hold on me. A lot of things start to run through my head, things I don't want to think about right now. So I force myself to realize and accept one final bitter truth, he never loved me." From the beginning she was told she was nothing but a mutt, an Alphas half-breed bastard. A mistake. Her father only ever did one thing right for her, he made her a machine. Taught how to kill from the moment she could walk, told it was the only thing she'd ever be good at. Her 'pack' might not have been physically abusive to her, no that was her mothers job. But they were mentally abusive and cruel, all because of something she had no control over. Her blood. When she meets her Mate, she prays for the best and expects the worst. Though her image of the worst was nothing compared to what he actually did to her. Unfortunately she didn't see it coming until it was too late. Left for dead, she waits. Cursing the Moon Goddess for her tortured life, when something unexpected happens; or someone I should say. Follow Nova as she finds out who she really is and what she was truly meant for!
Download or read book Losing the Race written by David Gadd and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-04-17 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on a two-year research project funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), this book explores why many of those involved in racially motivated crime seem to be struggling to cope with economic, cultural and emotional losses in their own lives. Drawing on in-depth biographical interviews with perpetrators of racist crimes and focus group discussions with ordinary people living in the same communities, the book explores why it is that some people, and not others, feel inclined to attack immigrants and minority ethnic groups. The relationships between ordinary racism, racial harassment and the politics of the British National Party are also explored, as are the enduring impacts of deindustrialisation, economic failure and immigration on white working class communities. The book assesses the legacy of New Labour policy on community cohesion, hate crime and respect in terms of its impact on racist attitudes and racist incidents, and explores how it is that racist attacks, including racist murders, continue to happen.
